NHTSA vehicle safety data
2017 Arcimoto FUV Recalls & Complaints
The 2017 Arcimoto FUV has 10 NHTSA recall campaigns on file as of October 21, 2026. try.vin has no NHTSA owner complaints on file for the 2017 Arcimoto FUV. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Arcimoto dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2017 Arcimoto FUV. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Reflex Reflector Not In Compliance/FMVSS 108
NHTSA #18V942000 · Exterior Lighting · NHTSA notice
Reported December 31, 2018 · Arcimoto Inc
Potentially affected: 23 vehicles
Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Arcimoto campaign 7F7-H6Y7W-12 · Owners notified February 26, 2019 · Vehicles built November 1, 2017 – October 22, 2018 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Arcimoto, Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2017-2018 FUV motorcycles. The combination brake light, tail light, and turn signal assembly does not have a reflex reflector in the side-facing surfaces. As such these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, reflective devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety consequence
Without rear side reflex reflectors, the vehicle may have less visibility from the side, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Arcimoto has notified all affected owners and the motorcycles are within the manufacturer's control. Arcimoto will add a reflex reflector to each side of the vehicle, free of charge. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293. Arcimoto's number for this recall is 7F7-H6Y7W-12.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Headlamps Positioned too far Apart/FMVSS 108
NHTSA #18V943000 · Exterior Lighting — Headlights · NHTSA notice
Reported December 31, 2018 · Arcimoto Inc
Potentially affected: 23 vehicles
Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Arcimoto campaign 7F7-P6J5F-12 · Owners notified February 26, 2019 · Vehicles built November 1, 2017 – October 22, 2018 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Arcimoto Inc. (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2017-2018 FUV motorcycles. The headlights on the motorcycles may be spaced too far apart to appear as a motorcycle to oncoming traffic. As a result, the motorcycles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Lamps, reflective devices, and associated Equipment."
Safety consequence
Due to the improperly positioned headlamps, the vehicle may not be recognizable as a motorcycle in the dark, increasing the risk of crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Arcimoto has notified all affected owners and the motorcycles are within the manufacturer's control. Arcimoto will replace the headlights with supplemental amber marker lights and add fully compliant headlights to the center of the vehicle, mounted to the frame, free of charge. The recall began January 14, 2019. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293. Arcimoto's number for this recall is 7F7-P6J5F-12.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Battery Shutdown May Occur Unexpectedly
NHTSA #18V946000 · Electrical System — Propulsion System — Traction Battery · NHTSA notice
Reported December 31, 2018 · Arcimoto Inc
Potentially affected: 23 vehicles
Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Arcimoto campaign 7F7-A3Z5C-12 · Owners notified February 26, 2019 · Vehicles built November 1, 2017 – December 21, 2018 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Arcimoto, Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2017-2018 FUV motorcycles. Over time, increased resistance at the battery connection may result in the Battery Management System unexpectedly shutting down propulsion power.
Safety consequence
A sudden loss of propulsion power may increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Arcimoto has notified all affected owners and the motorcycles are within the manufacturer's control. Arcimoto will replace the vehicles, free of charge. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293. Arcimoto's number for this recall is 7F7-A3Z5C-12.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Brake Warning Light Missing/FMVSS 122
NHTSA #18V938000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic — Brake Fluid Low Warning — Lamp · NHTSA notice
Reported December 31, 2018 · Arcimoto Inc
Potentially affected: 23 vehicles
Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Arcimoto campaign 7F7-H7M4W-12 · Owners notified February 26, 2019 · Vehicles built November 1, 2017 – October 22, 2018 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2017-2018 FUV motorcycles. The affected motorcycles do not have a service brake warning light to warn the operator if there is a brake system malfunction. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 122, "Motorcycle brake systems."
Safety consequence
If the operator unknowingly operates the motorcycle with a problem in the brake system, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Arcimoto has notified all affected owners and the motorcycles are within the manufacturer's control. Arcimoto will update the service brake warning light software, free of charge. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293. Arcimoto's number for this recall is 7F7-H7M4W-12.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov
Seat May Collapse In The Event of A Crash
NHTSA #18V939000 · Seats · NHTSA notice
Reported December 31, 2018 · Arcimoto Inc
Potentially affected: 23 vehicles
Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Arcimoto campaign 7F7-W3A5M-12 · Owners notified February 26, 2019 · Vehicles built November 1, 2017 – December 21, 2018 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2017-2018 FUV motorcycles. In the event of a crash, the seat may not support the driver as intended, preventing the seatbelts from holding the driver in place.
Safety consequence
If the driver is not properly secured, it can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Arcimoto has notified all affected owners and the motorcycles are within the manufacturer's control. Arcimoto will replace the vehicles, free of charge. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 541-683-6293. Arcimoto's number for this recall is 7F7-W3A5M-12.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Excessive Stopping Distance/FMVSS 122
NHTSA #18V937000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · NHTSA notice
Reported December 31, 2018 · Arcimoto Inc
Potentially affected: 2 vehicles
Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Arcimoto campaign 7F7-P2S8D-12 · Owners notified February 22, 2019 · Vehicles built November 1, 2017 – December 15, 2017 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2017 FUV motorcycles. The affected motorcycles were built with a front/rear split brake system instead of a left/right split brake system. In the event of a front brake system failure, the rear brake system may not allow the vehicle to meet the minimum stopping distance requirements. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 122, "Motorcycle brake systems."
Safety consequence
If the brakes cannot stop the motorcycle within the distance required, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Arcimoto has contacted the owners and will replace the existing brake lines with new brake lines that have an updated design, free of charge. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293. Arcimoto's number for this recall is 7F7-P2S8D-12.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Brake Fluid Leak Due to Incorrect Brake Fittings
NHTSA #18V940000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic — Foundation Components — Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings · NHTSA notice
Reported December 31, 2018 · Arcimoto Inc
Potentially affected: 2 vehicles
Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Arcimoto campaign 7F7-Y8A4X-12 · Owners notified February 26, 2019 · Vehicles built November 1, 2017 – December 15, 2017 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2017 FUV motorcycles. Incorrect fittings were installed in the braking system, potentially resulting in a brake fluid leak.
Safety consequence
A brake fluid leak can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Arcimoto has notified all affected owners and the motorcycles are within the manufacturer's control. Arcimoto will inspect and replace all the incorrect fittings with the correct ones, as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293. Arcimoto's number for this recall is 7F7-Y8A4X-12.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Turn Signals Incorrectly Positioned/FMVSS 108
NHTSA #18V941000 · Exterior Lighting — Turn Signal · NHTSA notice
Reported December 31, 2018 · Arcimoto Inc
Potentially affected: 23 vehicles
Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Arcimoto campaign 7F7-P5R6U-12 · Owners notified February 26, 2019 · Vehicles built November 1, 2017 – October 22, 2018 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2017-2018 FUV motorcycles. The front turn signal lights are not positioned at, or near, the front of the motorcycle as required. As such, these vehicles fail to comply to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety consequence
The incorrectly positioned front turn signals can reduce their visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Arcimoto has notified all affected owners and the motorcycles are within the manufacturer's control. Arcimoto will add identical signal lights to a location in front of the existing ones, free of charge. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293. Arcimoto's number for this recall is 7F7-P5R6U-12.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Possible Loss of Steering Control
NHTSA #18V945000 · Suspension — Front · NHTSA notice
Reported December 31, 2018 · Arcimoto Inc
Potentially affected: 23 vehicles
Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Arcimoto campaign 7F7-A3N5H-12 · Owners notified February 26, 2019 · Vehicles built November 1, 2017 – October 22, 2018 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2017-2018 FUV motorcycles. In the affected vehicles, the front suspension and steering system may loosen or wear, possibly resulting in a loss of steering control.
Safety consequence
A sudden loss of loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Arcimoto has notified all affected owners and the motorcycles are within the manufacturer's control. Arcimoto will replace the tie-rods, free of charge. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293. Arcimoto's number for this recall is 7F7-A3N5H-12.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Certification Label Not Applied/Part 567
NHTSA #18V936000 · Equipment — Other — Labels · NHTSA notice
Reported December 28, 2018 · Arcimoto Inc
Potentially affected: 23 vehicles
Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Arcimoto campaign 7F7-X7F9K-12 · Owners notified February 26, 2019 · Vehicles built November 2, 2017 – December 21, 2018 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2017-2018 FUV motorcycles. These vehicles were built without a certification label applied and, as such, they fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
Safety consequence
The missing label can affect the owner's ability to determine if a safety recall includes their vehicle. If the owner is not able to verify if their motorcycle is involved in a safety recall, it can increase the risk of injury or crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Arcimoto has notified all affected owners and the motorcycles are within the manufacturer's control. Arcimoto will replace the vehicle with a fully compliant one, free of charge. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293. Arcimoto's number for this recall is 7F7-X7F9K-12.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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